Microneedling

Micro-needling is an aesthetic treatment that is used to treat flaccidity, stretch marks, scars, and to disguise blemishes. It is done through a natural stimulation based on micro-needles that penetrate the dermis favoring the formation of new collagen fibers, which give firmness and support to the skin.

In other words, the treatment is a form of collagen induction, through a series of needles that penetrate the skin, causing thousands of micro-injuries, at a vertical angle, so that the penetration is faster and more precise. The procedure leads to an increase in collagen production, which effectively firms the skin, repairs scars, and reduces discoloration.

This treatment can be performed in two ways, using a manual device called the Derma Roller or an automatic device called the Dermapen. The latter has proven to have amazing results.

Treatment with microneedling is indicated for the following cases:

Sagging

Excellent results with micro-agulation on skin firmness.

• 3 - 6 treatments are needed;
• interval of 4 weeks in between.

Stains

With micro-needling one can achieve almost similar results to treatments such as laser, pulsed light, and chemical peels, without the negative side effects and downtime.

• a package of treatments may be required;
• are repeated at 6-week intervals.

Stretch marks

With microneedling it is possible to treat stretch marks on almost any part of the body, including the abdomen, legs and breasts. Treatment time depends on the size of the stretch mark and can take up to 90 minutes for a large area, such as the removal of pregnancy-related stretch marks.

• Up to 10 treatments may be required;
• interval of 4 - 6 weeks between them.

Scars

• a package of treatments may be required;
• are repeated with an interval of 4 - 6 weeks in between.

Here are the differences between the two types of treatment:

Microneedling with Dermapen

• Minimal epidermal damage, with less pain and bleeding;
• Easy to handle on all facial contours;
• Due to the vertical entry, the needles easily penetrate the fabric, without the risk of kinking.

Microneedling with the Dermaroller

• Painful and with a lot of bleeding, due to the epidermal damage;
• Difficult to handle in small or curved areas;
• Difficult to insert the needles into the fabric (and the needles can bend).

The benefits of microneedling with Dermapen are several, among them:

• a treatment that requires little downtime;
• natural skin rejuvenation achieved by stimulating collagen production;
• The skin becomes firmer;
• The results are instantaneous and improve with time.